Bill > HB06015

This bill proposes to amend title 9 of the general statutes to establish a mandatory minimum prison sentence of twelve months for specific felony violations related to election laws. The key provision is that these sentences would be non-negotiable, meaning they cannot be suspended or reduced by a judge. By implementing this mandatory minimum sentence, the bill aims to create a strict deterrent against serious election law infractions, signaling the state's commitment to maintaining the integrity of the electoral process. While the bill does not specify the exact felony violations that would trigger this sentencing requirement, it suggests a zero-tolerance approach to criminal activities that could potentially undermine democratic elections. The one-year mandatory minimum sentence represents a significant legal consequence designed to discourage and punish severe election-related offenses.

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https://www.cga.ct.gov/asp/cgabillstatus/cgabillstatus.asp?selBillType=Bill&bill_num=HB06015&which_year=2025